Private Chef in Bali
Rent one of our 16 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in Bali
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Bali in July 2020, more than 16 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Bali and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in North-West Region.
Starting in 2020, 219 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Bali. To book your chef in Bali, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 33 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 876 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.34 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 219 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Bali usually book menus around 3 USD per person, including 3.17 courses, sharing an average of 4.37 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Bali.
How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
More than 200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.41 Chef
The guests in Bali have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.41.
4.03 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Bali received an average score of 4.03.
4.61 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.61 average score.
4.49 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Bali has been scored with a 4.49 on average.
33 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Bali
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Caramelized onion tart with goat cheese and thyme
Heirloom tomato carpaccio with burrata basil and extra virgin olive oil
Poached egg over minted pea puree with rye toast
Grilled octopus with smoked potato puree and paprika oil
Mini grilled cheese with aged cheddar and tomato jam
Cucumber tzatziki with olive oil and artisan pita bread
Lobster bisque with cognac foam and coral
Ricotta and spinach ravioli with sage butter
Pumpkin soup with stilton cheese and walnut oil
Watermelon tomato gazpacho with crispy iberian ham
Kale salad with candied walnuts green apple and maple vinaigrette
Vegetarian moussaka with almond bechamel and roasted eggplant
Duck breast with red berry sauce and dauphinoise potato gratin
Veal ossobuco with gremolata and saffron risotto alla milanese
Herb crusted lamb rack with celery root puree and mint sauce
Creamy seafood rice with saffron aioli and mediterranean aroma
New york strip with bourbon butter and truffled corn puree
Lentil meatballs with tomato oregano sauce and pilaf rice
Vainilla bourbon creme brulee with caramelized sugar
Vanilla panna cotta with red berry coulis and almond crunch
Red berry trifle with english custard and vanilla sponge
Catalan cream with candied citrus and shattered caramel
Warm apple pie with vanilla ice cream and oat crumble
Greek yogurt with thyme honey toasted walnuts and candied figs
“maíz de origen” tostadita de maíz criollo con frijol volteado sedoso, queso fresco rallado y un delicado aceite de cilantro. un homenaje al maíz, base de la cultura y la cocina guatemalteca
“huertos de antigua” ensalada de tomate criollo y aguacate, cebolla morada y hierbas frescas, aderezada con vinagreta de limón mandarina. fresca, colorida y aromática, inspirada en los huertos del altiplano
“recado del fogón” pollo criollo guisado lentamente en recado de tomate y pepitoria, acompañado de arroz blanco y vegetales salteados. un plato que refleja la cocina de casa, el fuego lento y las recetas que pasan de generación en generación
“dulce camino” plátano en gloria tibio, cocinado con panela y canela, servido con un toque de crema. un cierre reconfortante que evoca sobremesas familiares y tardes tranquilas
Assorted pizza
Baked ripe brie with caramelized cardamom sugared grapes served with toasted baguette
Charcuterie and cheeseboard with warm, toasted baguette with fresh fruit, dried fruits, and nuts
Cocktail size homemade napolitano wagyu beef meatballs
Jumbo gulf caught, champagne poached shrimp horseradish cocktail sauce
Warm ricotta cheese, and sun-dried tomato dip with warm ciabatta
Caesar salad, my way homemade dressing, homemade sourdough croutons, anchovies, the whole 9 yards
Fresh ripe tomatoes basil with burrata white balsamic glaze truffle essence, lemon and extra-virgin olive oil
Freshtuna cevche nobu style served with roasted beet carpaccio and a french inspired avocado mash with extra-virgin olive oil, herb de provence shallots and that’s all i can tell you
Salad of champagne poached shrimp with a shallot cider, honey vinaigrette salad
Fresh green salad with shallot cider honey vinaigrette fresh herbs blue cheese wedge, and honey toasted pecans
Grilled prosciutto de parma fresh ripe tomatoes with burrata white balsamic glaze truffle essence, lemon and extra-virgin olive oil
Surf and turf of jumbo grilled prawns and angus filet of beef with citrus butter and port truffle wine sauce
Asian glazed grilled salmon
Carved beef tenderloin with caramelized onions and mushrooms
Chicken piccata lemon white wine vegan butter capers
Grilled angus filet mignon with wild mushroom risotto, sauté of celery root and butternut squash and brussels sprouts with bacon and pears
Smoked mango bbq baby back ribs, free range, chicken, and grilled skirt steak
Real seafood, risotto, scallops, shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, and a beautiful shrimp bisque sauce, which i’ll make everything fresh at the house
Grilled branzino with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon and olive oil
Homemade lasagna
Yummy potatoes and fresh veggies of the moment:))for all dishes
Homemade tiramisu my style
Homemade rustic pies with any kind of filling lately i’m doing apple, blueberries with almond crumb crunchy topping. it’s really good of course served with ice cream
Lavender cream brulee with pistachio brittle
Triple chocolate mousse torte with fresh berries and and whipped cream
Pumpkin soup infused with coconut milk
Saltfish fritters with spicy reggae dip
Avocado and tomato salad
Jerk chicken salad with mango vinaigrette
Beetroot salad with balsamic vinaigrette
Fried plantain
Jerk chicken with rice and peas and steamed vegetables
Curried goat with rice and steamed seasonavegetables
Escovietched fish with roasted breadfruit, bammies and steamed callaoo
Sweet potato pudding
Jamaica apple pie served with homemade vanilla ice cream
Coconut drops
Sandwich
Burger with heavy fries
Pan fried chicken with rice and irish
Cheese cake
Selection of 6 tapas-style appetizers to share (bruschetta with chopped tomato and fresh basil, russian salad with tuna, sicilian-style eggplant caponata, lanzo salami, warm genoese focaccia, whipped ricotta with tuscan olive oil and fleur de sel)
Tasting of 4 piedmontese appetizers (traditional-style vitello tonnato, russian salad, fassona beef tartare with alba hazelnuts, fresh tomino cheese with traditional green sauce)
Crispy polenta crostini with wasabi mayo and caramelized onion
Caprese salad with campania dop buffalo mozzarella and basil oil
Vol-au-vents filled with saffron cheese fondue
Eggplant fritters with tzatziki
Ascoli-style stuffed olives
Rustic toasted bread with sausage, parmesan cream and caramelized onion
Hand-chopped fassona igp beef tartare with parmigiano reggiano dop crisps and toasted hazelnuts
Piedmont-style veal, cooked pink, with light tuna sauce and dehydrated capers
Classic shrimp cocktail with rose sauce
Tender cuttlefish salad with potatoes, celery, cherry tomatoes and olives
Goat cheese, roasted pumpkin and hazelnut
Bruschetta with fresh tomato and basil
Pumpkin flan with parmigiano reggiano cream and amaretto crumble
Crispy argentinian prawn in kataifi pastry with lime mayonnaise
Osmosis-marinated salmon carpaccio with lime, whipped butter and soft focaccia
Pasta with taggiasca olives, cherry tomatoes and pantelleria capers
Pasta with fresh cherry tomatoes and burrata cream
Pasta with confit garlic, tuscan igp extra virgin olive oil, chili and toasted breadcrumbs
Saffron risotto with parmigiano reggiano in two consistencies
Pasta alla norma with sicilian dop salted ricotta
Carnaroli riserva risotto with blueberry and cocoa, marsala reduction and evo oil
Lasagna with zucchini cream, robiola, parmesan béchamel and lemon zest
Potato gnocchi with three-tomato sauce (restaurant da vittorio style), artisanal stracciatella and basil oil
Gnocchi with gorgonzola and walnuts
Gnocchi with homemade genoese basil pesto and toasted pine nuts
Tagliolini with bra igp sausage (slow food presidia), sun-dried tomatoes and pecorino romano
Pappardelle with white sausage ragù and sautéed artichokes
Amatriciana pasta
Classic carbonara pasta
Traditional lasagna with grandma’s sausage ragù
Pasta with smoked salmon and cream
Smoked nebbia “gli aironi” risotto with gin, mascarpone, lemon and lemon foam
Paccheri di gragnano with light scorpionfish ragù, datterino tomatoes and basil
Italian pork loin braised in milk with sage and rosemary, roasted baby potatoes
Sausage and potato stew
Veal scaloppine with marsala sauce and roasted potatoes
Veal scaloppine pizzaiola-style with seasonal vegetables
Meatballs in tomato sauce with potatoes
Hunter-style chicken with seasonal vegetables
Grilled pork tenderloin with three-pepper sauce and herb smash potatoes
Breaded chicken cutlet with rocket and cherry tomatoes
Braised pork neck with apple sauce and roasted baby potatoes
Sea bass with potato cream & zucchini
Stuffed calamari with ricotta and herbs, light tomato sauce
Argentinian prawn wrapped in arnad lard with avocado guacamole and sand-dusted potatoes
Crème caramel
Sautéed apples with honey and cinnamon, almond crumble and vanilla ice cream
Traditional home-made jam tart with vanilla ice-cream
Marinated strawberries with mint and vanilla ice cream
Deconstructed cheesecake with fresh red berries
Grandma’s turin-style bönèt
Vanilla panna cotta with strawberry compote
Classic tiramisu with chocolate shavings
Dark chocolate mousse with extra virgin olive oil, maldon salt and hazelnuts
Mascarpone coffee cream with biscuit crumble and ecuador chocolate shavings
Selection of 6 tapas-style appetizers to share (bruschetta with chopped tomato and fresh basil, russian salad with tuna, sicilian-style eggplant caponata, lanzo salami, warm genoese focaccia, whipped ricotta with tuscan olive oil and fleur de sel)
Tasting of 4 piedmontese appetizers (traditional-style vitello tonnato, russian salad, fassona beef tartare with alba hazelnuts, fresh tomino cheese with traditional green sauce)
Pasta with taggiasca olives, cherry tomatoes and pantelleria capers
Pasta with fresh cherry tomatoes and burrata cream
Pasta with confit garlic, tuscan igp extra virgin olive oil, chili and toasted breadcrumbs
Pasta with smoked salmon and cream
Pasta alla norma with sicilian dop salted ricotta
Amatriciana pasta
Classic carbonara pasta
Gnocchi with homemade genoese basil pesto
Saffron risotto with parmigiano reggiano in two consistencies
Lasagna with zucchini cream, robiola, parmesan béchamel and lemon zest
Gnocchi with gorgonzola and walnuts
Traditional lasagna with grandma’s sausage ragù
Smoked nebbia “gli aironi” risotto with gin, mascarpone, lemon and lemon foam
Classic tiramisu with chocolate shavings
Traditional home-made jam tart with vanilla ice-cream
Sautéed apples with honey and cinnamon, almond crumble and vanilla ice cream
Grandma’s turin-style bönèt
Vanilla panna cotta with strawberry compote
Marinated strawberries with mint and vanilla ice cream
Selection of 6 tapas-style appetizers to share (bruschetta with chopped tomato and fresh basil, russian salad with tuna, sicilian-style eggplant caponata, lanzo salami, warm genoese focaccia, whipped ricotta with tuscan olive oil and fleur de sel)
Tasting of 4 piedmontese appetizers (traditional-style vitello tonnato, russian salad, fassona beef tartare with alba hazelnuts, fresh tomino cheese with traditional green sauce)
Igp veal tartlet, cooked sous-vide, with tuna sauce and pantelleria dop caper powder
Roast beef with iced celery, hazelnuts, grana padano crisps and truffle mayonnaise
Hand-chopped fassona igp beef tartare with carasau bread crisps and black truffle fondue from norcia
Rustic toasted bread with sausage, parmesan cream and caramelized onion
Warm focaccia with stracciatella and cantabrian anchovy
Seared scallops with pea purée and parma ham dop crisps
Amberjack crudo-style with mango vinaigrette and crispy parmigiano reggiano
Stuffed anchovies, lightly fried, with roasted garlic aioli and lemon zest
Crispy popcorn shrimp with spicy mayo
Wild salmon croquettes with delicate tartar sauce
Argentinian prawn cocktail with light wasabi and passion fruit sauce
Red tuna spaghetti-style with light anchovy dressing
Herb-scented crispy polenta millefeuille filled with whipped salt cod (baccalà mantecato)
Cantabrian anchovies with bagnet verd, toasted brioche, alpine butter and mimosa egg yolk
Tender cuttlefish salad with potatoes, celery, cherry tomatoes and olives
Fines de claires oyster in tempura with passion fruit and light wasabi mayonnaise
Crispy argentinian prawn in kataifi pastry with lime mayonnaise
Osmosis-marinated salmon carpaccio with lime, whipped butter and soft focaccia
Mini truffle arancini with lime mayonnaise
Goat cheese, roasted pumpkin and hazelnut
Slow-cooked egg (64°c) on parmesan cream, saffron and balsamic vinegar caviar (igp)
Smoked nebbia “gli aironi” risotto with gin, mascarpone, lemon and lemon foam
Potato gnocchi with three-tomato sauce (restaurant da vittorio style), artisanal stracciatella and basil oil
Mezze maniche with ricotta cream, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, seared bra sausage and breadcrumbs
Orecchiette with roasted pumpkin cream and crispy speck
Pappardelle with white sausage ragù and sautéed artichokes
Tagliolini with bra igp sausage, sun-dried tomatoes and pecorino romano
Plin pasta from the langhe with parmesan cream and crunchy hazelnuts
Carnaroli risotto with franciacorta, smoked burrata and red prawn tartare
Tagliolini with lemon-scented butter, prawns, calamari and pistachio crumble
Fresh chitarra spaghetti cacio e pepe with prawns
Acquerello risotto with saffron, stracchino and mazara del vallo red prawn
Pumpkin risotto with red prawn crudo-style and licorice powder
Smoked nebbia “gli aironi” risotto with roasted cherry tomato cream, mussels and stracciatella
Smoked nebbia “gli aironi” risotto with saffron, crispy marrow and licorice powder
Linguine with clams, zucchini cream and nori seaweed powder
Mancini spaghettoni with sea urchin roe and nori seaweed powder
Paccheri di gragnano with light scorpionfish ragù, datterino tomatoes and basil
Parsley chlorophyll risotto with scampi and candied lemon
Lasagna with smoked salmon, wild fennel and prosecco doc béchamel
Carnaroli riserva risotto with treviso igp late radicchio (radicchio tardivo), pinot noir reduction, evo oil and burnt onion powder
Grilled pork tenderloin with three-pepper sauce and herb smash potatoes
Italian pork loin braised in milk with sage and rosemary, roasted baby potatoes
Herb-crusted pork fillet with port wine sauce and potato purée
Beef cheek braised in red wine with duchess potatoes and fennel seed crisps
Cotechino and cabbage strudel with french-style potato purée (j. robuchon)
Cotechino wellington-style with roasted baby potatoes
Organic chicken leg lollipop wrapped in bacon with jack daniel’s sauce and sand-dusted potatoes
Confit cod on smoked potato cream and caramelized red onion
Seared amberjack with pea purée and glazed spring onion
Oven-baked turbot with white wine sauce and summer vegetables
Cbt sea bass fillet with smoked potato cream and zucchini
Roasted meagre with celeriac and confit cherry tomatoes
Seared tuna with mediterranean sauce and light caponata
Cbt salmon fillet with greek yogurt, cucumber and dill
Slow-cooked octopus with wasabi potato cream and rosemary oil
Seared baby octopus on chickpeas, aromatic popcorn and barbera reduction
Argentinian prawn wrapped in arnad lard with avocado guacamole and sand-dusted potatoes
Crème caramel
Sautéed apples with honey and cinnamon, almond crumble and vanilla ice cream
Deconstructed cheesecake with fresh red berries
Grandma’s turin-style bönèt
Classic tiramisu with chocolate
Dark chocolate mousse with extra virgin olive oil, maldon salt and hazelnuts
White chocolate and lemon crémeux
Coffee semifreddo with cocoa sauce
Pavlova with passion fruit curd
Warm chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream
Limoncello panna cotta with berries
Marinated strawberries with chantilly cream and timut pepper
Warm chocolate and hazelnut brownie with vanilla ice cream
Lavender panna cotta with red berry coulis
Mascarpone coffee cream with biscuit crumble and ecuador chocolate shavings
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Bali.
What does a private chef service include in Bali?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Bali?
The price of renting a chef in Bali can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 180 USD to 250 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 180 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 180 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 220 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 250 USD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Bali?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 16 chefs available in Bali. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Bali who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Bali?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Bali each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Bali, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Bali.
Cost of a private chef in Bali
The cost of hiring a private chef in Bali can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 180 USD to 250 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 180 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 180 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 220 USD
For 2 people: 250 USD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Talk to our chefs in Bali
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Bali? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Bali, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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